Ep.17. Let’s Talk About Creative Legacy, Diverse & Inclusive Stories & Dissolving Limiting Beliefs with Annie Gichuru

I’m honoured to have Annie on the show today.

Annie Gichuru is a mindset coach for migrant women of colour and the producer and host of Uplifting Studios TV. In this episode Annie and I and talk about her personal creative living story, leaving a creative legacy with what we create during our lifetime, building cultural awareness as creative hearts, the importance of highlighting diverse stories – and much, much more.

Let’s dive in!

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In this episode you’ll hear Annie Gichuru share: 

  • Annie’s personal creative living story including moving from Kenya to Australia

  • How Annie has taken on the roles of storyteller, producer and host to bring her community positive stories through her documentary series, ‘Uplifting Studios TV’

  • How she came to decide to focus on this creative project

  • The concept of leaving a creative legacy.

  • The process she uses with clients to help them move through self-limiting beliefs

  • “Comparisonitis” – Annie’s suggestions to help stop feeling stuck in ‘comparisonitis’ mode

  • Annie’s personal gratitude practice

  • Why storytelling is such an important process for sharing a diverse range of experiences, different perspectives and insights, especially uplifting ones

  • Black Lives Matter and how those listening may become more culturally aware and inclusive.

  • What Annie would love to see more business owners and creatives doing to actively build their cultural awareness and be more inclusive.

  • Tips for creative hearts who are just starting the journey back to reconnect with their creativity

  • How to build your ‘courage muscle’

  • Encouragement for others wanting to begin expressing their creativity

About Annie Gichuru

Annie Gichuru is the founder of Uplifting Studios, a platform dedicated to supporting migrant women of colour. As a life coach and the producer and host of Uplifting Studios TV, Annie teaches how to unshackle self-limiting beliefs.

Born in Kenya, Australia is her home where she lives with her husband and two young children. Motivated by those facing the same challenges she faced, Annie believes your future can be one of purpose and impact.

Now in Season 3, Uplifting Studios TV is founded on positive storytelling and showcasing inspiring stories through guest interviews and documentaries.

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Until next time, be gentle with yourself, nurture your creativity and follow your heart and I hope you have a lovely day ahead.

With my warmest wishes,
Nicola xx

Nicola Newman

Artist, writer, sailor & creativity mentor - Live a Creative Life!

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